Key Chapter Points

• Always treat the people you come across in your professional life with respect and courtesy and act in a professional and ethical manner with a commitment to furthering equality, diversity and inclusivity.

• You will need ‘rights of audience' to present and argue cases at court and your professional body limits the right of audience depending on your status and professional accreditation.

• Partner with others to obtain the relevant expertise needed to assist your client's case and assist experts in fulfilling their duties to the court.

• Offer assistance and ensure the correct environment is provided for wit­nesses to give evidence.

• Observe court traditions, etiquette and procedure

• Adhere to time limits.

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